1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
