1991 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 690 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
