1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 10 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 957 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | MCC | Opel |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |