2002 MCC Smart vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2002 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MCC Smart | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |