1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Jaguar | MCC |
| Model | XJ220 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
