1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Leon. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Rocky | Leon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
