1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
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, both vehicles can yield 157 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Rocky | 109 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
