1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
