1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 15 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1033 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3510 mm |
