1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 680 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Roadmaster | Rocky |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |