1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 108 kg more than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Rocky | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
