2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | R8 | Rocky |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |