2002 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2002 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Regal | 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
