1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1986 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Charmant | Suburban |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3300 mm |