1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Rocky | Sorento |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |