2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 550 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Frontier | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
