1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 752 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rocky | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2954 mm |
