1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Rocky | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
