1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1148 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Rocky | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
