1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
