2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
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, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Q7 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |
