2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada 117. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Rocky | 117 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
