1972 Opel Kadett vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 Opel Kadett. 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, 2002 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett. 2002 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Kadett | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Opel | Samsung |
| Model | Kadett | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
