1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Rocky 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 24 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Rocky | Drover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
