1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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1981 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Fiesta | Samurai |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |