1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 120 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 2001 Oldsmobile O4. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rocky | O4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
