2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 57 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
