1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 682 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Rocky | Navara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |