1979 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | CX | 200 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |