1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2001 Toyota RSC is newer by 5 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 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RSC weights approximately 16 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | RSC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
