1983 Renault 5 vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 5 | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Renault | Samsung |
| Model | 5 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
