1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry 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 28 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 720 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
