1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1989 Dodge Shadow
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 98 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 1989 Dodge Shadow | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Shadow |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
