1984 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 575 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. 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 Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | BX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |