1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Rocky | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
