1990 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Honda | Samsung |
Model | Legend | SM5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |