1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 23 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1190 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3099 mm |