1984 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 355 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
