1985 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 44 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Electra | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |
