1997 Buick Century vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 800 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.
Because 1999 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 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Buick | MCC |
Model | Century | Smart |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 3.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 22 L |