2004 MCC Smart vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
