1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | Taft |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2030 mm |
