1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Rocky | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2619 mm |
