2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
