1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 635 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rocky | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
