1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | DeVille | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |
