1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Mondeo | Smart |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
