1990 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Audi 100.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
