1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 14 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
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 (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
