1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Rocky | Fabia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |