1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 285 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.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
