2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 910 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tahoe | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
