1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rocky | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2635 mm |
