1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Ford | Samsung |
| Model | Sierra | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
