1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 57 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Skylark | 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Skylark | Rocky |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |