1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3230 mm |
