2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 605 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.
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 Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Suburban | Rocky |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |