2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2490 mm |
