1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 16 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | Familia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
