1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | S-10 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
