1989 Rover 216 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover 216 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 216 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
