1968 Honda S800 vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 371 kg more than 1968 Honda S800.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S800 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |