1983 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 645 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen CX | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Retona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |