2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avalanche | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8127 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 606 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
