2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 945 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
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2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
Model | Vanquish | Samurai |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |