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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 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 1128 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 (488 Nm) has 318 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 | 5736 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2210 mm |
