1999 MCC Smart vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 730 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | MCC | Nissan |
Model | Smart | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |