2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1979 Renault 4
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 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 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 56 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 685 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. 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 4. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
