2005 MCC Smart vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2005 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 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, 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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |