1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Crown. 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, 1970 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Crown |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
