1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 664 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caprice | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
