1999 MCC Smart vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 863 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | MCC | Pontiac |
| Model | Smart | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2820 mm |
