1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 6 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, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Rocky | Retona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |