1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1394 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.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3099 mm |