1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 3 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Naked | Samurai |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |