1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover 3500 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Rocky | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
