2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tahoe | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
