1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 57 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rocky | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
