1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Cee'd. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
