1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 18 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
