1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 126 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. 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, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Rocky | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
