1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Leon. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Rocky | Leon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
