2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Renault 17.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 17. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | 17 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
