1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1993 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 9 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1993 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Rocky | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
