1988 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 630 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
