1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Previa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
