2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
