1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 230 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 Rover P5B. 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 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Rocky | P5B |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
