2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 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 TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2540 mm |
