2001 Honda Z vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Z | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 22 L |
