1969 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 88 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Rocky |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |