1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Rocky | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
