1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. Both 1993 Daihatsu Rocky and 1988 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 246 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Rocky | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
