1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Charger. 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, 1986 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Charger | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
