1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 30 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 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lumina | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
