1983 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
