1999 MCC Smart vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 885 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
