1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 626. 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | 626 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
