1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2000 Honda Capa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Capa. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa. 2000 Honda Capa 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. 2000 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Capa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
