1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mira | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
