1979 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 479 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Sorento |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |