2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Wagon R+ | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1327 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
