1990 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1374 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Suzuki Samurai | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Samurai | Tundra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3220 mm |