2002 MCC Smart vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 274 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
