1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 430 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Rocky | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
