1988 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX 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 44 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 628 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. 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 1988 Citroen AX. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
