1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Stanza | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
