1999 Daewoo Leganza vs. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Leganza is newer by 1 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (131 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Leganza should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Leganza weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. 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, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Leganza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Leganza | 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Leganza | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
