2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Samurai |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |