1998 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 783 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 2013 Infiniti IPL. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Suzuki Samurai | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Suzuki | Infiniti |
| Model | Samurai | IPL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
