1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 334 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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3250 mm |