1989 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, both 1989 Suzuki Samurai and 1989 Volvo 440 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. 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 1989 Volvo 440. 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Suzuki Samurai | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
Model | Samurai | 440 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |