1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 95 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2601 mm |
