2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Rainier | Rocky |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2765 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |