1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 474 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | 9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
