1985 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
