1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 11 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Previa. 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Previa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
