1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 6 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Demio. 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 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | Demio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
