1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 696 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Rocky | Touareg |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2893 mm |