1984 Citroen LN vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, both 1984 Citroen LN and 1984 Daihatsu Rocky were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 850 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | LN | Rocky |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2540 mm |