1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 640 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rocky | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
