1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Mazda | Samsung |
Model | 929 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |