1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 263 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Rocky | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
