1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 24 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Rocky | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
