1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 11 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1230 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Rocky | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
