1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Charade | Suburban |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3300 mm |