1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 1999 Samsung SM5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1999 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Honda | Samsung |
Model | Concerto | SM5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |