1994 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Samurai | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samurai | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
