1999 MCC Smart vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 915 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 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | MCC | Plymouth |
Model | Smart | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |