2003 MCC Smart vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (100 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | MCC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Smart | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 91 L |
