1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 663 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 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 | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
