1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Suburban | Rocky |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |