1981 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 799 kg more than 1981 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen CX | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
