1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Rocky | Guara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
