2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Suburban | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 43 L |
