1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Rocky | Altea |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
