1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. 1989 GMC Suburban 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. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Rocky | Suburban |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3300 mm |