1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Rocky |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |