1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 566 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Rocky | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
