1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Rocky | Healey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
