2003 MCC Smart vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 516 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.
Because 2003 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 2003 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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 Camry (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
