1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
