1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 900 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Rocky | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3280 mm |
