1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 38 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 794 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 1978 Renault 4. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
