2008 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 16 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 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.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
