1988 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
