1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 375 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | Taft |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2030 mm |
