1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1982 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 305 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1982 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Naked | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
