1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5. 2003 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Mazda | Samsung |
Model | RX-01 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |