1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, both 1993 Daihatsu Rocky and 1993 Vauxhall Carlton were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 244 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 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Daihatsu Rocky 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Daihatsu Vauxhall
Model Rocky Carlton
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3638 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 532 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2740 mm


 

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