1979 Subaru Coupe vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Coupe | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Coupe | Samurai |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |