1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 520 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
