1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |