1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rocky | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2537 mm |
