1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 585 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Suburban | Rocky |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2540 mm |