2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | U4 B | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3300 mm |
