1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rocky | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
