1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
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, 2004 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Rocky | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
