1999 Buick Regal vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
