1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
