2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 558 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
