1999 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | NSX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
