1985 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 206 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
