1990 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1990 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Voyager | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Voyager | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
