1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | 62 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
