1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Daimler | Suzuki |
Model | DE 36 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4501 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2639 mm |