1972 AMC Matador vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 134 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matador | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |
