1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
Model | Rocky | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2466 mm |