1976 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 246 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
