1991 Subaru Leone vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 102 kg more than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Leone | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
