1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 160 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1990 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | 1800 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2490 mm |
