1991 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 17 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 277 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Rocky | M |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
