1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1302 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Rocky | Armada |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3130 mm |