1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 570 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Mustang | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Mustang | Smart |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |