1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 395 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
