1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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, both vehicles can yield 173 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2601 mm |