1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
