1991 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1989 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Because 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | 1989 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
