2004 MCC Smart vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 670 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MCC Smart | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | MCC | Porsche |
Model | Smart | 968 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |