1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
