1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
