1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 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, 2010 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Corsa. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Rocky | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
