1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky

To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet Caprice and 1993 Daihatsu Rocky were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Caprice 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Caprice Rocky
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2765 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 257 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2540 mm


 

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