1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Titan. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Titan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3560 mm |
