2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 556 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 1991 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Samurai |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |