1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 884 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Thunderbird | Smart |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1810 mm |
