1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Impala | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
