1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. 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 1988 Daihatsu Charade. 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Suburban | Charade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2350 mm |
