1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
