1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1992 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1992 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Applause | Suburban |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 285 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |