1999 MCC Smart vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 380 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Crown |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |