1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 355 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, 1994 Opel Astra, 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, 1994 Opel Astra (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra 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 | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2620 mm |
