1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Fellow | Suburban |
Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3300 mm |