1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair.
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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3. 2005 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Ford | Samsung |
| Model | Corsair | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
