2005 Audi TT vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
