1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Lancer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 59 L |