1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 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. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 384 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Rocky | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
