2004 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aceca | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
