1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 876 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. 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 (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
