1976 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 90 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 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
