1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
