1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5.
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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Ford | Samsung |
Model | Falcon | SM5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |