1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dacia |
| Model | Rocky | Logan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
