1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caprice | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
