1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
