1985 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | BX | 800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
