2005 MCC Smart vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 680 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MCC | Pontiac |
| Model | Smart | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
