1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 246 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Rocky | Guara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |