1997 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 70 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 1997 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1997 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunny | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
