2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Prizm | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
