1974 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 800 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
