1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, both 1984 Daihatsu Rocky and 1984 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Renault 18.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 18. 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 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | 18 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
