1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Rocky | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
