1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 955 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Carnival |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |