1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 366 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Skylark | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
