1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel 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 20 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 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 1986 Toyota Tercel. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
