2002 MCC Smart vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (108 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 574 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | MCC | Volvo |
| Model | Smart | 760 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |
