2002 MCC Smart vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 484 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MCC Smart | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | MCC | Porsche |
Model | Smart | 930 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |