1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 480 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |