1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1995 Honda Today

To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 670 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Daihatsu Rocky 1995 Honda Today
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Rocky Today
Year Released 1999 1995
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1400 mm


 

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