2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Rocky | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
