1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Rocky | Cougar |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |