2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 614 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silverado | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2210 mm |
