1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Samsung |
| Model | Luce | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1838 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
