1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, both 1992 Daihatsu Rocky and 1992 Rover 216 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Rocky | 216 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
