1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 10 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 10 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
