1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 253 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
