2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 304 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
