1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1988 Daihatsu Rocky and 1988 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
