1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 546 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Rocky |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 157 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |