2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lucerne | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
