1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 666 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
