1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 75 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rocky | 450 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
