1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Titan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 4060 mm |
