2000 Pininfarina Rossa vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 423 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Pininfarina | Suzuki |
| Model | Rossa | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
