1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Suburban | Terios |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
