2002 Samsung SM3 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Samsung SM3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Samsung SM3 | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Samsung | Volkswagen |
| Model | SM3 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
