1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 22 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Rocky | Defender |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2764 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |