1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Camaro | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
