1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Rocky | Freelander |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |