1982 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 80 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
