1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 642 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Rocky | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |