1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1998 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Toyota | Samsung |
Model | Celica | SM5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |