1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1990 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 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 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
