1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Rocky | 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
