1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 80 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 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
