1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Aerostar (88 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 690 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.
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, 1986 Ford Aerostar (160 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 1986 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3030 mm |
