1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 18 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 993 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Charger |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3050 mm |
