1987 Chevrolet Corsica 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 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corsica | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
