1985 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 216 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
