1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 258 kg more than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
