1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rocky | 190 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |