1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 9 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2003 Mazda Premacy 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. 2003 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Rocky | Premacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |