1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Taft | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Taft | Suburban |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3300 mm |