1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3110 mm |
