2002 Smart ForFour vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 36 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForFour | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | ForFour | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
