1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life 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 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. 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 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life 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. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Rocky | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
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 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |