1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1974 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 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, 1974 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 1974 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Rocky | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
