1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 26 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 570 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
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, 2010 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Rocky | Safari |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |