2005 MCC Smart vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 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 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 1985 Skoda L | |
Make | MCC | Skoda |
Model | Smart | L |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |