1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
