2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Laputa | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
