2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1987 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 20 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 51 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Materia 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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1987 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Materia | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |