1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 635 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
