1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 444 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.
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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Rocky | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
