1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Kia Amanti is newer by 17 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 474 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 2006 Kia Amanti. 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, 2006 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
