2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silverado | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2210 mm |
