1993 Honda CRX vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX.
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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3. 2002 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Honda | Samsung |
| Model | CRX | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
