1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 196 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda 626. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
