1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Life |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
