2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1997 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Corsa 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 37 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Opel Corsa. 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 1997 Opel Corsa. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1997 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Rocky | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
