1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1988 Daihatsu Rocky and 1988 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Tempo. 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 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
