1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
