2002 MCC Smart vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 395 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.
Because 2002 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
