2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
