1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1988 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Cuore 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 29 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 960 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. 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 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2160 mm |
