1991 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Because 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Rocky | Volare |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
