1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 670 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Marcos Mantula. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Rocky | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
