1985 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
