1986 Bitter SC vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 2 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 40 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.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1986 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Bitter | Daihatsu |
| Model | SC | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
