2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 186 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Venture | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2540 mm |
