1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Avanti | Daihatsu |
Model | Avanti | Rocky |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |