1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 610 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Suburban | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2540 mm |
