1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 21 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 580 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.
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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Rocky | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2659 mm |
