1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte 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 39 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Rocky | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2020 mm |
