2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 9 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cavalier | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
