1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charmant | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3350 mm |
