1996 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 635 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, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Accord | Smart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
