1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
