1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 85 kg more than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1969 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Rocky | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
