1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Ford | Samsung |
Model | Mustang | SM5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |