1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 24 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 876 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Rocky | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |
