1974 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 134 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
