1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 821 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MCC | Pontiac |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 54 L |
