1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. Both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1984 Daihatsu Rocky are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 42 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
