2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
