1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 286 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
