1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 460 kg more than 1992 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Rocky | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
