1989 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1080 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Suzuki Samurai | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Samurai | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3190 mm |