1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 168 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
