1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 435 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Villager. 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Rocky | Villager |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
