1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 222 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Rocky | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
