1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Rocky | Levante |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |