2001 MCC Smart vs. 1987 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo, 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, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 1987 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | MCC | Plymouth |
| Model | Smart | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2460 mm |
