2002 MCC Smart vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Skyline (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
