2002 MCC Smart vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 787 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra 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 Supra | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Supra |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 91 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
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 | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |