1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Rocky | Volare |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
