1989 Audi V8 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 1989 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | V8 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
