1992 Renault 19 vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1992 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 19 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
