1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1860 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Rocky | Excursion |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3490 mm |