1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. 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 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
