1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
