1972 Buick Riviera 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 Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 480 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 Riviera. 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 Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Rocky |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |