1976 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 1994 Rover 800 is newer by 18 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1976 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, 1994 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1994 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 800 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
