1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 935 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Domino | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
