1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Rocky | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
