2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 820 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 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 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
