1992 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 2004 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 2004 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1992 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Samsung |
| Model | Carlton | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
