1992 Rover 216 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 265 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Rover 216 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | 216 | C4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |