1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Rocky |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |