1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1717 kg more than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Suburban | Bee |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2000 mm |
