1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 129 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
