1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Terios | Samurai |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |