1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 900 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Suburban | Taft |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2030 mm |