2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 24 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 393 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, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Trans Sport | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
