1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
