1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 495 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Rocky | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
