1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 787 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Rocky | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2893 mm |