1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 28 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 552 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Rocky | Navara |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2764 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |