2004 MCC Smart vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 884 kg more than 2004 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MCC Smart | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | MCC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Smart | Toronado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |