1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 427 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
