1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 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 4 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 276 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
