1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Rocky | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |