2004 MCC Smart vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2004 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
