2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | Applause |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
