2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 540 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Rainier | Rocky |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |