1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Granada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
