2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. Both 2000 Daihatsu YRV and 1989 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | YRV | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 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 | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
