1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 64 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.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 993. 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 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Rocky | 993 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |