1996 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1030 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 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
| Model | Caprice | Smart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
