1983 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. 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, 2000 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Ford | Samsung |
Model | Granada | SM5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |