1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Cougar (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 204 kg more than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Rocky | Cougar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |