2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 516 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rendezvous | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
