1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 620 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Shuttle. 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 (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
