1996 Acura NSX vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 550 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Acura | MCC |
Model | NSX | Smart |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |