1980 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 49 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
