1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 483 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
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1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Camaro | Samurai |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |