1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
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1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rocky | 250 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |