1980 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen CX | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Carens |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |