1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
