1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 22 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1179 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.
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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Rocky | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
