1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 212 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GTV6 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
