2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2490 mm |
