1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 14 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, 2010 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Duster. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | Duster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2673 mm |
