1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | SP-4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
