1994 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 273 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Beretta | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
