1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 445 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
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1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Rocky | Coupe |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |