1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 17 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.
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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Rocky | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
