1976 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Rover 220
To start off, 1992 Rover 220 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 220 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 112 kg more than 1992 Rover 220.
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, 1992 Rover 220 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1992 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 220 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
