1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 384 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Rocky | Gol |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |