1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1984 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 305 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 305, 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, 1984 Peugeot 305 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 1984 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | MCC | Peugeot |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 305 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
