1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1981 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Taft | Suburban |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3300 mm |