1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1981 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1981 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Rocky | Cortina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |