1987 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Ford | Samsung |
| Model | Escort | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
