1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Rocky | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2451 mm |
