1999 MCC Smart vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart.
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 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MCC | Pontiac |
| Model | Smart | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
