1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 24 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 390 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.
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 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Rocky | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2807 mm |
