1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 28 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 274 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3246 mm |
