1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 10 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Rocky | 928 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
