1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. Both 1993 Daihatsu Rocky and 1995 Opel Frontera are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 283 kg more than 1993 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Rocky | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
