1990 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
