2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 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 27 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 395 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. 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 1979 Renault 18. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
