2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1259 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
