1986 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
