1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
