2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Rocky |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |