2002 MCC Smart vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | Smart | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
