1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
