1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020.
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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
