1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 106 kg more than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Safrane. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
