1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Rocky | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
