2008 Acura RL vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | RL | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
