2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 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 Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Equinox | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
