1999 MCC Smart vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 290 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |