2003 MCC Smart vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 1986 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | MCC | Volvo |
| Model | Smart | 245 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
