1999 MCC Smart vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 745 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.
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, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | MCC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Smart | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 4375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
