1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 480 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.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
