1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2001 Volvo C70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo C70 weights approximately 938 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, 2001 Volvo C70, 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, 2001 Volvo C70 (217 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | MCC | Volvo |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |
