1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 3 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 206 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
