1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 585 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Calais | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
