2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 229 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avalanche | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
