1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Corvette and 1985 Daihatsu Rocky were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 72 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Rocky |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |