1999 MCC Smart vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 330 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, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2610 mm |
