1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 670 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Suburban | Rocky |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |