1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
