1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5. 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5. 2001 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1969 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1969 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Samsung |
| Model | Coronet | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
