1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Rocky | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |