1990 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 19 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 45 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1990 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1990 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Samurai | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Samurai | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
