1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rocky | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
