2004 Saturn Relay vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn Relay. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1988 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Saturn Relay | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
Model | Relay | Samurai |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |