1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 20 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 137 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
| Model | Rocky | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
