2005 Acura CL vs. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | CL | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
