1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Daihatsu Rocky 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
Make Daihatsu Oldsmobile
Model Rocky Eighty-Eight
Year Released 1999 1976
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 279 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2960 mm


 

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