1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2685 mm |
