2002 Samsung SM5 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 2002 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Samsung SM5 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Samsung | Toyota |
| Model | SM5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
