2002 MCC Smart vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 795 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MCC | Pontiac |
| Model | Smart | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
