1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
