1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caprice | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
