1986 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | BX | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
