1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Suburban | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2330 mm |
