1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Skylark | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
