1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 558 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Rocky | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
