1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 58 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Rocky |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |