2004 MCC Smart vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 660 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (275 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
