1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
