1996 Saab 900 vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 1996 Saab 900 and 1996 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saab 900 weights approximately 385 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 1996 Saab 900. 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, 1996 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Saab 900 | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Saab | Suzuki |
Model | 900 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |