1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider 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 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Spider. 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1996 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | Spider |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
