1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 19 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Rocky | Mariner |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |