1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 673 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 720 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 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Lotec | Suzuki |
Model | Testa de Oro | Samurai |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 742 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 930 kg |