1993 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 668 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.
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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Holden | MCC |
| Model | Commodore | Smart |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
