1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 580 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
