1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 5 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 176 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
| Model | Rocky | AIV |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
