1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1973 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 646 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Escort. 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 (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1973 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
