1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 467 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
