1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 2 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allante | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
