1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 126 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rocky | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2651 mm |
