2002 MCC Smart vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 500 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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | Smart | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
