1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Rocky | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
