2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 105 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S.
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2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rocky | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |