1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Rocky | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
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 | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |