1991 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Rocky | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
