1992 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
