1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996.
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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Rocky | 996 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
