1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 551 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
