1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. 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, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Life |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
