2004 MCC Smart vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 536 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MCC | Pontiac |
| Model | Smart | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
