1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | 12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
