1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 19 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
