2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2000 Citroen Saxo is newer by 16 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. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 675 kg more than 2000 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 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 (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
