1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 12 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Verossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | Verossa |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |