1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Rocky | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |