2002 Samsung SM5 vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7. 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Samsung SM5 | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Samsung | Triumph |
| Model | SM5 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
