1998 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 570 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | C | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 33 L |