1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, both 1994 Daihatsu Rocky and 1994 Donkervoort D8 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Donkervoort |
Model | Rocky | D8 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |