1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 10 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 241 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Neon. 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Rocky | Neon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
