1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Hilux. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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 (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |
