1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR T 350. 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Rocky | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
