1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 373 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cavalier | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
