1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 1986 Daihatsu Rocky and 1986 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 780 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Rocky | Jimny |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |