1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 124 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 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Rocky | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2616 mm |