2002 MCC Smart vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Skoda L weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart.
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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | MCC | Skoda |
| Model | Smart | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
