2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C4 | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |