2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1991 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1991 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1991 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1991 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Titan | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2490 mm |
