1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rocky | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
