1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1992 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1992 GMC Typhoon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 1992 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Rocky | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
