1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Rocky | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
