2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1987 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1987 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | YRV | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |