1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1995 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Applause | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3300 mm |
