1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Prizm | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
