2002 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 156 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
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, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Samurai | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Samurai | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
