1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 348 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Capri |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
