2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Rocky | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2300 mm |