1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Riviera | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
