1987 Renault 4 vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 4 | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
