1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 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 7 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
