1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 565 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sixty | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
