1999 MCC Smart vs. 1992 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 430 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, 1992 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1992 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1992 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | MCC | Plymouth |
| Model | Smart | Laser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2480 mm |
