1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 735 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Datsun |
| Model | Rocky | 100A Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
