1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Rocky | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |