1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 MCC Smart
To start off, both 1997 Ford Mustang and 1997 MCC Smart were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1997 MCC Smart. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1997 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Mustang | Smart |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
