1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 251 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz. 2011 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
