1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Scorpio. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
