1994 Nissan Crew vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Crew would be higher. Both 1994 Nissan Crew and 1998 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Crew weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Crew. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Nissan Crew (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan Crew | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Crew | Samurai |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |