1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 590 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Centurion | Rocky |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2210 mm |