1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (133 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Samsung SM5 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Samsung |
| Model | 616 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
