1980 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky

To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 304 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1995 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick Electra 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Electra Rocky
Year Released 1980 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 2237 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2540 mm


 

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