1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 740 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Rocky | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
