1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. 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 1979 Ferrari 400. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
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1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Rocky | 400 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |