2003 MCC Smart vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 610 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 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, 1980 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC Smart | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | MCC | Buick |
Model | Smart | Century |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |