1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 480 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | Hilux |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |