1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 561 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan 4. 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Rocky | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
