1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 21 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 73 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Rocky | V50 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
