1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
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, 1986 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Granada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
