1999 Mazda B3000 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, both 1999 Mazda B3000 and 1999 MCC Smart were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B3000 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 MCC Smart 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 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000, 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, 1999 Mazda B3000 (198 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B3000 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda B3000 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Mazda | MCC |
Model | B3000 | Smart |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 80 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |