1999 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 726 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
