1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 54 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Taurus. 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
