1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Toyota Carina 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 478 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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 (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | Carina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2764 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |