1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 42 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Reatta. 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 1989 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Reatta | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
