1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Insight. 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Insight |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
