1984 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Soul |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
