1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 23 kg more than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Toledo. 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Rocky | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
