1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 16 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 929 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Durango |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |
