1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Rocky | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |