1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Rocky | Guara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
