1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tatra |
| Model | Rocky | T613 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2990 mm |
