1993 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
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, both vehicles can yield 103 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1993 Suzuki Samurai | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | Samurai | Samurai |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |