1987 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
