1991 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3110 mm |
