1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 23 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 2 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3040 mm |
