1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Samsung SM3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3. 2005 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Toyota | Samsung |
Model | Carina | SM3 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |