1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Rocky | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2060 mm |
