1985 Citroen LNA 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 LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 640 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen LNA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | LNA | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
