1982 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Because 1982 Mercury Cougar 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 1982 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1982 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Samsung |
| Model | Cougar | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
