1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
