1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
