1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Ford Puma
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 14 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, 1998 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Puma. 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 (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Puma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
