1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Rocky | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
