1985 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
