1990 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (178 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Suzuki Samurai | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | Samurai | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |