1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Rocky | 100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
