2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 260 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 Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Rendezvous | Rocky |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |