1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 705 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
